Is Bandito -Gentleman Thief Salvatore Giuliano- Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict (2015)

📖 The Core Premise

Bandito -Gentleman Thief Salvatore Giuliano- returns to the screen in 2015, bringing a fresh narrative to the Crime, History genre. At its heart, the film explores complex themes wrapped in a compelling storyline. As the plot unfolds, we see characters navigating a world where stakes are high. "Takarazuka Moon Troupe 2015 production. 1940s Italy, the island of Sicily. There can be found a man known all over Europe as a "bandit," and moreover a "chivalrous thief." At the end of the Second World War, Sicily becomes the GQ of the Allied forces. Struggling under the poverty and scarce resources brought about by the war, the young Giuliano is forced to steal to survive. Eventually he becomes leader of a band of thieves. One day Giuliano wishes to return a ring stolen from a countess, but the mafia intervenes. Instead of the countess, a woman Giuliano has never met before comes to claim the ring, and this meeting will change Giuliano's destiny...."

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. In Bandito -Gentleman Thief Salvatore Giuliano-, even the presence of Ryo Tamaki struggles to save a script that feels disjointed. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Crime. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is Bandito -Gentleman Thief Salvatore Giuliano- worth your time? If you appreciate Crime, History films that take risks, this is likely a decent one-time watch. However, if you are looking for a flawless masterpiece, you might find some plot points predictable.

🏆 Final Verdict

Ultimately, Bandito -Gentleman Thief Salvatore Giuliano- misses the mark on several fronts. With a runtime of N/A minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Skip It.